Lorac Mega Pro Palette

I was so excited when I first saw this palette on Lorac’s Instagram! I’m OBSESSED with their first pro palette but I wasn’t entirely convinced by the second one. When I saw the teasers for this palette I knew I wouldn’t be able to resist adding it to my collection. It’s full of so many different neutrals and it follows Lorac’s typical design of half matte and half shimmery shadows, so you really get a ton of variety. They included some amazing standout pops of color that make this look like the ideal palette for fall, but really you can make it work all year round.

PROS:

I love this palette because I think Lorac did an amazing job planning it from start to finish. The array of shades will work beautifully on all skin tones, the packaging is thin and sleek which makes it effortless to travel with, the pops of color allow you to create so many different looks beyond a simple neutral look, and it’s really a perfect palette to have in your collection whether you’re a beginner or a (mega) pro.
As for the price point, I originally thought $64 was too much, but I really do feel it’s been worth it. Lorac claims it’s a $200 value and it’s still cheaper than buying both of the Pro palettes- I almost wish I never bought the original pro palette because you get so many of the same/similar shades in the Mega Pro. Also, all of the mattes are super pigmented and seem to feel smoother than most of the ones in my original Lorac Pro Palette.
CONS:

This palette is GORGEOUS but they made it limited edition! If you weren’t lucky enough to have jumped on buying this the day it was released than you could be playing the waiting game for a very long time. I really think they should just make it permanent; it’s too good to discontinue.
When I first got my palette I jokingly called it 50 Shades of Brown. If you’re like me, this isn’t a bad thing; I wear brown shadow almost every day and I like a tamer, neutral eye. Although they included a few brighter colors, this palette isn’t for someone who’s looking for bright, standout, dramatic looks. You can get toned down versions of looks like that with this, but in general it is designed to be a more neutral palette.
FOREWARNING: there is a tendency for fallout with some of the shimmery shades, which was also an issue in the previous Pro Palettes. I would definitely make sure you tap your brush before applying and if you’re using any of the darker shades, I would highly suggest waiting to do your foundation and concealer until after you’ve finished your eyes.
I experienced the most fallout with:

• Sienna
• Merlot
• Indigo (this color has glitter in it so you may get shadow and glitter fallout)
• Dusty Rose

IS IT WORTH IT?

YES! I would say if Lorac releases more because of the demand DEFINITELY do not hesitate to get it. The quality and pigment of the shadows in this palette is amazing and they really included everything you could need to complete an eye look in one palette. In a pinch, you could honestly use some of the neutral shadows for light face powder, there are plenty of colors for brows, the pinks could be dabbed on the lips or cheeks for a soft hint of color, and there are two blacks and deep brown for liner. Add all of that to the fact that’s it’s a lightweight and thin palette and you can’t go wrong traveling with it. Despite the fallout concerns, it all brushes away fairly easily with a fluffy brush and isn’t enough to keep me from highly recommending this palette.

*this was not sponsored and all photos are my own*